What to Do in Miami This Week [May 19-25]

Tucked behind fiery-red tori gates, Paperfish Sushi is your ticket to Tokyo nightlife with a sultry Miami twist. This week, dinner is all about savoring the season, and belief, the brand new limited-time specials are to not be missed. 

First up: the udon teriyaki, a wok-kissed swirl of umami made with shiitake, heirloom tomatoes, purple onions, and scallions, all slicked in sesame oil and teriyaki glaze. Improve it with shrimp or tenderloin tails for a severe glow-up. Subsequent up, the brief ribs yakiniku brings melt-in-your-mouth magic—24-hour marinated ribs grilled over flame and served atop delicate sushi rice, completed with scallions and sesame. Go for the seasonal magic, keep for the stellar cocktails, and that signature Nikkei aptitude. Seize your bestie so you possibly can share these limited-time specials. 

Thursday, Could 22: Dine and Be taught Italian at Ironside Pizza 

In search of an evening that’s equal components buono and bellissimo? Mark your calendar for Could 22 and head to Ironside Pizza at 7 p.m. for Dine and Be taught Italian—a comfortable Higher East Facet expertise the place meals and language come collectively beneath the Florida sky. 

Set within the laid-back but refined backyard patio of this beloved Neapolitan pizzeria, visitors will savor a 3-course Italian meal whereas studying important Italian phrases from a professional teacher. It’s the last word dolce vita immersion—with antipasti, a wood-fired primary, a candy dolce, and a glass of vino (or mushy drink) all included. Whether or not you’re brushing up earlier than your subsequent Amalfi getaway or simply desire a new solution to spend a Thursday, this evening is for you. Come hungry, depart saying grazie mille. Afterward, linger within the plant-filled Verde Lounge and let the vibes carry you away. Reserve your spot.

Saturday, Could 24: Nationwide Escargot Day at Costa Med Bistro

In search of a low-key seafood lunch with severe allure? Head to Costa Med Bistro + Wine, the beloved Key Biscayne hideaway the place class meets island ease. Tucked right into a cozy-chic area simply steps from the ocean, Costa Med is the place locals linger over wine and refined continental plates finest loved on their breezy outside terrace.

In honor of Nationwide Escargot Day, do your self a favor and order the Escargots à la Bourguignonne: tender, garlicky morsels sautéed in white wine, shallots, and contemporary herbs. It’s the sort of dish that makes you decelerate and savor. Add a glass from their expertly curated wine assortment and comply with with a fragile crudo or a lightweight seafood carpaccio for the right noon indulgence. Right here, the polished hospitality shines by each element, making this quiet bistro a should for classy daytime eating. A little bit splurge, quite a lot of soul—Key Biscayne at its finest.

Sunday, Could 25: Nationwide Wine Day at Magie Wine Bar

Wine lovers, mark your calendars—Nationwide Wine Day is Could 25, and there’s no higher place to boost a glass than Magie Wine Bar in Coconut Grove or Little River. This stylish little gem is all allure and curiosity, with an ever-changing lineup of Spanish and Portuguese bottles that maintain issues contemporary and a vibe that strikes the right steadiness between intimate and electrical. 

Whether or not you’re a wine geek or simply in it for the nice occasions, the group at Magie will information you thru standout pours like the plush Penhó Wines Dialectic Tinto or the crisp and coastal Mas Goma Brisat. Swing by between 6–7 p.m. for his or her brand-new “Energy Hour”—$35 bottomless wine. Pair your sips with playful but elevated bites from Chef Ivan Barros (sure, the one who received Ciao Home), like caviar dino nuggets and ricotta-pepperoni toast. Come thirsty, depart buzzing—in one of the simplest ways.

Magie Wine Bar has a number of areas in Miami. For extra data, go to their official Instagram.